Contracts Manager

Location: Cornwall (Truro / Redruth area) 
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience 
Employment Type: Full-time, 2-year fixed term (with potential to extend) 

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Contracts Manager to oversee the delivery of large-scale solar farm projects across the South of England.

Working client-side, you’ll manage EPC and design & build contractors, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, to specification, and within budget. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your construction expertise to support the delivery of renewable energy and sustainable community projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage EPC, grid connection, and electrical contractors throughout pre-construction, delivery, and commissioning.
• Administer construction contracts, including variations, payments, claims, delays, and final accounts.
• Monitor programme, quality, costs, risk, and health and safety.
• Coordinate technical advisers, contractors, stakeholders, and grid connection providers.
• Undertake regular site visits, chair progress meetings, and oversee testing, handover, and defects.

About You

• At least 5 years’ experience managing construction contracts on large-scale solar, wind, battery storage, or similar electrical infrastructure projects.
• Hands-on experience administering EPC or D&B contracts, including change control, claims, and commercial management.
• Knowledge of solar farm construction, grid connections, and CDM regulations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and reporting skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and contractors.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly, including occasional overnight stays.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification, CSCS card, and SMSTS would be advantageous.

Package & Benefits

• Work Setup: Hybrid working, with a minimum of two office days per week when not on site.
• Annual Leave: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Bonus: Eligibility for a bonus scheme after one year.
• Flexibility: School-hours flexibility when not on site.

Important: Applicants must already live in Cornwall within commuting distance of the Truro/Redruth area. UK right to work is essential; sponsorship is not available.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please call Abbie or Jo at Sphere Solutions for a confidential chat on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Area Cleaning Manager

Covering Sites Across London
Permanent Position
Up to £40,000 Basic Salary
Company Vehicle + Benefits Package

Area Cleaning Manager Opportunity

Are you an experienced Area Cleaning Manager with a strong background in managing multi-site cleaning contracts?

We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity to manage a high-profile cleaning portfolio across multiple sites throughout London. This role offers the chance to join a growing and forward-thinking organisation where you’ll play a key role in driving operational performance, client satisfaction, compliance, and continuous improvement.

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional cleaning services and have experience within Facilities Management (FM) or Contract Cleaning, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

What’s On Offer?

• Basic salary up to £40,000
• Company vehicle
• 28 days annual leave
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Company pension scheme
• Internal mentoring programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to professional development resources
• Regular company events and social activities
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities

The Role

As an Area Cleaning Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the successful delivery of cleaning services across multiple locations, ensuring contractual obligations, service standards, and client expectations are consistently achieved.

You will be responsible for managing operational teams, maintaining client relationships, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across the contract portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Managing cleaning operations in line with contract specifications, budgets, KPIs, and client expectations
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and operational teams
• Managing subcontractor performance and ensuring agreed service delivery standards are maintained
• Overseeing vetting, onboarding, and compliance processes in line with airport governance requirements
• Conducting regular site visits, audits, inspections, and performance reviews
• Monitoring service quality and implementing corrective actions where necessary
• Driving continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
• Producing accurate management reports, performance updates, and client documentation
• Supporting account growth through effective client management and retention strategies
• Ensuring all services comply with health & safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

About You

We’re looking for a commercially aware and customer-focused Facilities Management professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as an Area Cleaning Manager, Regional Cleaning Manager, or Account Manager within Facilities Management, Soft Services, or Contract Cleaning
• Experience managing clients, subcontractors, stakeholders, and operational teams
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities
• Commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, costs, and profitability
• Ability to analyse performance data and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Flexible approach with willingness to travel regularly between sites

Desirable Experience

• Multi-site contract management
• Soft Services Facilities Management
• Contract Cleaning
• Aviation or transport-sector contracts
• Performance management against KPIs and SLAs
• Client-facing account management experience

Suitable Backgrounds

Applications are welcomed from professionals currently working as:

• Area Cleaning Manager
• Regional Cleaning Manager
• Account Manager
• Contract Manager
• Regional Account Manager
• Soft Services Manager
• Cleaning Operations Manager
• Facilities Manager

Experience within the Facilities Management, Contract Cleaning, or Soft Services sectors will be highly advantageous.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a successful and expanding organisation that genuinely invests in its people.

You’ll have the autonomy to manage a prestigious contract portfolio, build long-term client relationships, and directly influence operational success while benefiting from a supportive culture, ongoing development, and clear opportunities for career progression.

Apply Today

If you’re an experienced Area Cleaning Manager looking for your next challenge within a dynamic and growing Facilities Management business, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated CV for a confidential discussion.

Senior Design Manager

Location: Bristol, South West England
Salary: £85,000–£95,000 per annum + attractive benefits package
Sector: Construction | Data Centres | Defence | Energy
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Security Clearance: SC clearance required, or willingness and eligibility to obtain it

Senior Design Manager – Major Construction Projects

Salary up to £95,000 + package | Bristol | Data Centre & Defence Projects

Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager looking to take the lead on complex, high-value construction projects within the data centre, defence and critical infrastructure sectors?

We are seeking a talented Senior Design Manager to join an established construction and engineering contractor delivering specialist projects across the South West. Based in the Bristol area, this is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of major construction, refurbishment and infrastructure schemes where technical excellence, design coordination and commercial performance are essential.

With a growing portfolio of projects, including major data centre developments, critical infrastructure upgrades and strategic defence schemes, this role offers the opportunity to influence design strategy, lead multidisciplinary teams and make a significant contribution to project success.

The Opportunity

You will take ownership of design management across major and complex construction projects, providing strategic leadership from early-stage design and pre-construction through to construction, commissioning and handover.

Working closely with clients, consultants, project directors, commercial teams and construction delivery teams, you will ensure that design solutions are technically robust, commercially viable, compliant and aligned with project programmes.

This is a senior leadership position for someone who can combine strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness, effective stakeholder management and the ability to develop high-performing design teams.

Key Responsibilities

Design Management & Leadership

• Lead and manage the design process across major construction projects, ensuring effective coordination from concept and pre-construction through to completion.
• Develop and implement project-specific design management strategies aligned with programme, budget, quality and client requirements.
• Establish robust design governance, reporting procedures and performance controls.
• Provide design leadership, technical assurance and strategic advice to project leadership teams.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams, including architectural, structural, civil, building services and specialist engineering consultants.

Design Delivery & Programme Management

• Manage design deliverables, information release schedules, approvals and design interfaces to support procurement and construction activities.
• Ensure design information is coordinated, accurate and issued in line with project requirements.
• Monitor design progress against the programme, identifying risks, constraints and opportunities for improvement.
• Work collaboratively with procurement and construction teams to ensure design solutions are practical, buildable and aligned with sequencing and commissioning requirements.
• Manage design reviews, technical submissions, client approvals and change control throughout the project lifecycle.

Technical Assurance, Compliance & Risk

• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, statutory regulations, technical standards and client specifications.
• Oversee design reviews, validation processes and technical assurance activities.
• Identify, assess and manage design risks, interfaces and technical challenges.
• Promote safe design principles, buildability, quality and technical excellence.
• Ensure design decisions support the safe, efficient and successful delivery of complex construction projects.

Commercial Management & Value Engineering

• Drive value engineering and design optimisation initiatives to improve project value without compromising quality or performance.
• Assess the cost, programme and delivery implications of design changes.
• Support commercial teams in managing design-related risks, variations and contractual obligations.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste and enhance project outcomes.
• Contribute to the achievement of project cost, quality and programme targets.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a senior point of contact for clients, consultants, specialist subcontractors and internal project teams on design matters.
• Lead design workshops, technical meetings, coordination reviews and approval processes.
• Build effective working relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely decision-making.
• Resolve design issues and interfaces proactively to maintain progress and protect project objectives.

Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Lead, mentor and develop Design Managers and Assistant Design Managers.
• Establish consistent design management standards, processes and best practice.
• Promote collaboration, accountability and continuous professional development.
• Drive improvements in design management systems, reporting and digital design coordination.
• Capture lessons learned and promote innovation across the design and construction process.

About You – Senior Design Manager Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have significant experience in design management within a main contractor, construction contractor or complex project delivery environment.

You will be confident leading multidisciplinary teams, managing demanding design programmes and balancing technical, commercial and operational priorities.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Significant experience as a Senior Design Manager, Design Manager or in a comparable senior design leadership role within construction.
• Proven experience managing design delivery across major, complex or high-value construction projects.
• Strong experience coordinating multidisciplinary design consultants, engineers and specialist contractors.
• A thorough understanding of design management processes, construction methodologies and buildability.
• Knowledge of contractual requirements, building regulations, statutory compliance and technical assurance.
• Experience managing design programmes, risk registers, design changes and stakeholder approvals.
• A track record of delivering value engineering, cost optimisation and design efficiency improvements.
• Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of the relationship between design, procurement and construction delivery.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a demanding project environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a relevant construction, engineering or design discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Relevant professional qualification or membership, such as RIBA, CIOB, ICE or equivalent.
• Chartered status would be advantageous.
• Valid CSCS card.

Security Clearance: Due to the nature of the projects, candidates must hold current Security Check (SC) clearance or be eligible, able and willing to obtain the required clearance.

Experience within data centres, defence, secure facilities, energy, critical infrastructure or other highly regulated construction environments would be particularly advantageous.

Projects & Career Opportunity

You will be joining a growing project delivery team with a strong pipeline of specialist construction work in the Bristol and wider South West region.

The portfolio includes:

• Major data centre development: Stage 4 design and enabling works for an £80 million, multi-stage data centre development in Corsham, Wiltshire.
• Data centre expansion: Upgrade and expansion works at an existing data centre in the Bristol area.
• Strategic defence projects: A range of new-build and refurbishment schemes requiring robust technical coordination, quality assurance and security awareness.

The data centre development is scheduled for enabling works in Q4 2026, with the main construction works anticipated to commence in Q2 2027.

These projects offer the opportunity to contribute to technically demanding, strategically important facilities where quality, reliability, security and delivery performance are paramount.

Salary & Benefits Package

The successful candidate will receive a competitive remuneration package, including:

• Salary of £85,000–£95,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Car allowance for eligible roles.
• Competitive company pension scheme.
• Private Bupa healthcare and healthcare cash plan.
• Electric vehicle scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off for your birthday.

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to a growing portfolio of complex projects, work alongside experienced construction and engineering professionals, and develop your career within a specialist project delivery environment.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Design Manager who wants to take ownership of complex design delivery, influence project strategy and lead teams working on major data centre and defence construction projects.

If you combine strong design management expertise with commercial awareness, technical leadership and a proactive approach to problem-solving, we would welcome your application.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Senior Design Manager based in Bristol or the wider South West, and you are looking for your next challenge within major construction, data centre or defence projects, apply today.

Applications are welcomed from candidates with relevant experience in senior design management, construction design coordination, multidisciplinary engineering and complex project delivery.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Recruitment decisions are based on individual merit, skills, experience and suitability for the role, in accordance with applicable equality legislation.

Sales Consultant

Location: Truro
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 + Commission (up to £10,000)
Working Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 5pm

About the Role

As Sales Consultant, you will be responsible for managing all sales on an exciting new development in the heart of Cornwall.

This is an exciting time to join one of Cornwall’s most prestigious house builders, known for their luxury brand and quality build. Reporting to the Sales Manager, you will drive the sales process while delivering exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Successfully qualify, close, and support the sales process through to legal completion.
• Maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction for all customers.
• Ensure show homes/sales office presentation meets company standards at all times.
• Be fully aware of all the benefits and unique selling points of each home.
• Assist in market research to support the department.
• General marketing duties.
• General administration.

Requirements

• Must have new build residential sales experience.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Presentable and personable, both in person and over the phone.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong interest in the property industry, with a good understanding of market trends and customer preferences.
• Proficient IT skills, including the use of relevant software and tools.
• Availability to work Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm.

On Offer

• Basic salary up to £35,000
• Commission scheme up to £10,000
• Opportunity to work on a prestigious development in the heart of Cornwall

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please call Abbie or Jo at Sphere Solutions for a confidential chat on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Engineering Surveying Technician

Location: Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

An excellent entry-to-mid-level opportunity for a recent engineering graduate or junior professional looking to fast-track their career into a full Site Engineer or Surveyor path. You will work alongside experienced senior engineers, supporting core surveying and setting-out activities on major projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate primary surveying instruments, specifically Total Stations and Digital Levels, on active civil engineering sites.
• Assist senior site engineers with setting out, data collection, and monitoring tasks.
• Assist in setting out key structural points, line, and level for substructure and superstructure elements (RC works, foundations, and utilities).
• Support manual and automated structural/geotechnical monitoring routines using digital surveying kit.
• Comply fully with site safety protocols, risk assessments, and MOD site-specific safety regulations.

Benefits

• Salary: £40,000 per annum
• Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Other employed benefits

Requirements & Security Clearance

• Relevant post-graduate qualification in civil engineering, surveying, or a related discipline.
• Eager to learn, proactive, and ready to progress on-site.
• Security Clearance: Must be eligible for MOD security clearance (standard nationality restrictions apply).

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Premises Manager (Lead Caretaker)

Location: Bristol
Salary: Circa £32,000 per annum

Behind every well-run school is someone who sets the tone for the whole site. They lead the team that keeps the buildings safe, clean and ready for the day, and they’re the first person staff turn to when something needs sorting. If you’re an experienced caretaker or premises professional ready to lead from the front, this could be your next step.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established national facilities management provider, looking for a Premises Manager to lead the on-site team across a group of school sites in Bristol. You’ll be responsible for keeping services running smoothly, to budget and to the standards the contract demands, while making sure pupils, staff and visitors have a great experience every day.

The Role

• Leading and supporting a team of Premises Assistants across the school sites
• Overseeing day-to-day services such as site supervision, security, porterage and cleaning
• Working closely with the Lead Engineers so planned and reactive maintenance is completed on time
• Keeping a close eye on service levels and performance targets, and managing any damage or defects effectively
• Making sure all health and safety, statutory and regulatory requirements are met, using safe systems of work
• Keeping each site properly resourced with the people, materials and cover it needs
• Developing your team through regular reviews, coaching and clear standards
• Taking your turn on the on-call rota

Who We’d Love to Hear From

• Proven experience in facilities management, ideally in a busy operational setting
• Experience of leading or supervising a team
• A good working knowledge of health and safety legislation and COSHH
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent preferred
• Experience of building maintenance systems and coordinating maintenance work (knowledge of Concept CAFM is a bonus)
• Confident, clear communication with colleagues, customers and clients at every level
• Well organised, able to juggle a varied workload and deliver to time and budget
• A full UK driving licence and an enhanced DBS check, both essential

What’s on Offer

• Salary of circa £32,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week (8 hours a day), on a shift rota with starts from 6am and finishes up to 7pm
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension, with 5% employee and 4% employer contributions
• Overtime available at enhanced rates: time and a half outside normal hours Monday to Friday and up to 12.30pm on Saturday, then double time from 1pm on Saturday and all day Sunday
• Wellbeing support, including a 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
• Professional development, enhanced family leave and flexible working where possible
• A respected national employer with real scope to develop your career

If you’re ready to lead a team that makes a real difference to the schools it looks after, send me your up-to-date CV and I’ll give you a call for a confidential chat about the position.

Contract Manager

Location: Taunton
Salary: Circa £65,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent

Sphere Solutions are working on behalf of an established construction business to recruit an experienced Contract Manager to join their team.

The Role

As Contract Manager, you will play an important role in overseeing construction contracts, supporting operational performance and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements. Projects include refurbishments and new builds across the domestic, commercial, healthcare, education, retail and leisure sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and administration of construction contracts.
• Monitor project progress, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with agreed contractual requirements and timescales.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, suppliers and internal teams to maintain effective working relationships.
• Support the management of contractual obligations, variations, valuations and associated documentation.
• Monitor project costs and commercial performance, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Ensure appropriate health and safety standards and company procedures are followed.
• Identify and address contractual or operational issues, working proactively to minimise delays and disputes.
• Maintain accurate records and provide updates on project progress and performance.
• Support the successful coordination of resources to achieve project objectives.

About You

• Previous experience in a Contract Manager role within the construction industry is essential, or experience at Senior Project Management level.
• A sound understanding of construction contracts and project delivery processes.
• Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of cost control and contractual risk.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to suitable transport, with the ability to travel to the Taunton office and project locations as required.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, dependent on skills and experience, alongside the following benefits:

• Mileage package or car allowance.
• 22 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, giving 30 days in total per year.
• Workplace pension featuring a 3% employer contribution and a 5% employee contribution, with auto-enrolment after three months, subject to scheme rules and eligibility.
• WPA cash benefits plan, available after six months of employment.

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Riley or Abbie on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Site Engineer / Engineering Surveyor (Multiple Openings)

Location: Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per year (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time (Up to 12 vacancies available)

Overview

Sphere Solutions are recruiting for a premier contractor supporting major Tier 1 civil engineering projects across the UK. They are expanding their existing team and are looking to add multiple Site Engineers / Engineering Surveyors to their operations. Generous lodging support is available for out-of-area candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver precise traversing and levelling.
• Conduct manual and automatic monitoring using Total Stations and Digital Levels.
• Handle machine control, volumetrics, and 3D surface modelling.
• Provide accurate setting out and engineering oversight for Reinforced Concrete (RC) works, bridges, and viaducts.
• Execute laser scanning operations and produce detailed technical reports.

Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Salary: £55,000 – £60,000
• Lodging Support: Exceptional lodging rates available for out-of-area candidates
• Car Allowance: £400 – £500 per month
• Pension: £180 per month matched pension contribution
• Business Mileage: 17p per mile
• Overtime: Double time for weekends; Time-and-a-half for weekday nights
• Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Requirements & Security Clearance

• Proven background as a Site Engineer or Engineering Surveyor within heavy civil engineering.
• Proficiency with modern surveying equipment, software, and setting-out techniques, such as Total Station.
• Security Clearance: All candidates must be eligible to obtain Ministry of Defence (MOD) security clearance. Due to secure site requirements, certain nationalities cannot be considered (including nationals from Russia, China, Ukraine, and India).

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Riley or Abbie on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience.

We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Clerk of Works / Inspector

Job Title: Clerk of Works / Inspector
Location: Bristol & Worcester areas
Salary: £45,000 – £51,000 DOE

About the Role

Sphere Solutions is seeking an experienced Clerk of Works to cover housing developments across the Bristol and Worcester areas. You will be out and about on site visiting various affordable housing and apartment projects for key client partners.

We welcome applications from experienced housing managers, build inspectors, or established Clerks of Works with a strong background in residential housing.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site visits and issue technical reports.
• Highlight any HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) concerns.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of building regulations, referencing LABC and NHBC standards within reports.
• Perform thorough pre-handover inspections and property snagging.
• Manage re-inspections and handovers (including meter readings), ensuring properties are in order and overseeing the 12-month defect period.

Requirements

• Strong experience in residential housing (as a Housing Manager, Build Inspector, or Clerk of Works).
• Sound knowledge of UK building regulations, LABC, and NHBC guidelines.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Flexible Working: Site and home-based working with minimal office attendance required.
• Leave: Birthday and Christmas Eve off.
• Travel: 45p/mile paid for travel (no company car or car allowance provided).
• Healthcare & Pension: Healthcare package & competitive pension scheme.
• Progression: Career progression paths within an expanding business.

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, contact Riley or Abbie on 01752 421888.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities.

If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Premises Assistant (Caretaker / Site Assistant)

Location: Bristol
Salary: £27,969 per annum + On-Call Allowance

Schools run best when someone is quietly keeping everything in order. The building is safe, the site is ready for the morning, and when something goes wrong it’s sorted before anyone has to ask. If you take pride in being that person, this role is for you.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established national facilities management provider, looking for a Premises Assistant to join their project team looking after a group of school sites in Bristol. You’ll be a key part of the team that keeps these sites safe, compliant and running smoothly, helping to make sure pupils, staff and visitors have a good experience every day.

The Role

• Looking after day-to-day premises services across the school sites
• Supporting planned and reactive maintenance, working to the contract’s maintenance plan and service standards
• Working closely with the Lead Engineers so jobs are completed on time
• Making sure health and safety, statutory and regulatory requirements are followed, using safe systems of work
• Keeping an eye on stock and materials so parts are on hand and budgets stay on track
• Helping to make sure each site has the people and materials it needs to meet its commitments
• Taking your turn on the on-call rota and stepping in to cover absences when needed

Who We’d Love to Hear From

• Experience in facilities management or premises maintenance, ideally in a customer-focused setting
• Good general maintenance and repair skills across a range of site tasks
• Experience of using building maintenance systems and supporting day-to-day site operations
• Well organised and flexible, with the ability to juggle a varied workload
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on work, including outdoors in all weathers
• A good working knowledge of health and safety legislation and COSHH
• IOSH Managing Safely, or a willingness to work towards it
• An enhanced DBS check is required for this role

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £27,969 per annum
• 40 hours a week, with shifts between 6am and 7pm
• On-call rota of 1 in 3, paid at £100 per week on top of your working hours
• 25 days’ annual leave
• Company pension, with 5% employee and 4% employer contributions
• Overtime available at enhanced rates: time and a half outside normal hours Monday to Friday and up to 12.30pm on Saturday, then double time from 1pm on Saturday and all day Sunday
• A varied role with a respected national employer, with the chance to develop your skills

If you’d like a role that makes a real difference to the schools you look after, send me your up-to-date CV and I’ll give you a call for a confidential chat about the position.